Category: Windows

WordStar, the first mainstream PC word processor, was just re-released for free. It’s been almost half a century since its launch. Those decades come with a strange history and a….

KEY TAKEAWAYS What Is FTP? FTP stands for “File Transfer Protocol.” Developer Abhay Bhushan created the protocol way back in 1971. He was inducted into the Internet Hall of Fame….

Sometimes, you might see the message “Failed – Virus Detected” when you try to download a file on Google Chrome. What does this message mean? Is it safe to bypass….

Sometimes, it can be hard to quickly find the information you need using Search on Windows 11. But with a few tips and tricks, you can make it a breeze…..

NVIDIA’s GeForce Experience and Control Panel are merging into a single, unified app. Available today in beta, the new NVIDIA app provides driver updates, per-game settings, a reworked gaming overlay, new AI-powered….

CrossOver is a popular compatibility layer for Windows applications on Mac, Linux, and Chromebooks, based on the Wine project. CrossOver 24 has just been released, with some great usability improvements….

Microsoft is now testing Wi-Fi 7 support in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26063. This release is limited to the Canary Channel, though a rollout for Dev Channel users may occur within….

Microsoft launched Windows 11 23H2 back in September, about five months ago. The update introduces a lot of changes, such as deeper Copilot integration, a redesigned Outlook app, and much….

Excel has hundreds of functions that can help you to quickly and accurately perform calculations, among which are the AVERAGE functions. You might want to calculate the average sales figures,….

KEY TAKEAWAYS Does your device appear connected to Wi-Fi, but you cannot access the internet? Have you encountered a message like “No Internet Access” This indicates a problem with your….

The Vivaldi web browser is quite popular thanks to a slew of features and constant updates. While this is the first update for its desktop variant in 2024, it’s a….

Microsoft has announced a major update to Windows 11, with many of the improvements that have been in testing over the past few months. That includes changes to Copilot, a….

Continuity Camera has been an incredibly useful addition for Mac computers. Apple got tired of all of the complaints that MacBooks’ cameras weren’t good enough, so as a solution, it….

PowerToys is a utility from Microsoft that adds some great productivity features to Windows. PowerToys 0.79 is now available to download with updates to keyboard mapping, the color picker, and….

Three years ago, Android app support was touted as a major selling point for Windows 11. But Microsoft is making a complete heel-turn. It’s officially ending support for the Windows Subsystem for….

Apple’s QuickTime technology used to be one of the main ways to watch videos across web browsers, Macs, and Windows PCs. Those days are over, but QuickTime Player is still….

Microsoft has a new Outlook mail application for Windows, which has already replaced the old Mail and Calendar Windows apps, and will eventually replace the classic Outlook mail client. Microsoft….

Microsoft really, really, really wants you to use its Copilot AI assistant. The company’s latest attempt at pushing people towards Copilot was a QR code advertisement on Windows lock screens,….

Looking to upgrade your Windows laptop? Samsung has trade-in bonuses and more on the new Galaxy Book 4 line of laptops. Sometimes, you just need a new laptop. But just….

KEY TAKEAWAYS Is the Ethernet connection not working on your Windows PC? If so, your problem could be anything from your Internet Service to your PC’s ethernet card. Below are….

Lenovo is introducing a new selection ThinkPad L and X-series professional laptops. All six of the new laptops feature Intel Core Ultra processors and start at prices below $1,400. Notably,….

Trying to access a folder but keep getting a “Location is not available” error? Your folder may have been moved or deleted, or there’s another issue preventing you from opening….

Passkeys are alternatives to passwords and make signing in to your favorite websites and apps faster. We’ll show you how to generate, use, view, and delete passkeys on your Windows 11….

Microsoft just opened pre-orders for the new Surface Laptop 6 for Business. This laptop, which is exclusive to enterprise customers, places an emphasis on raw performance and artificial intelligence. A….

Microsoft just opened pre-orders for the new Surface Laptop 6 for Business. This laptop, which is exclusive to enterprise customers, places an emphasis on raw performance and artificial intelligence. A….

Notepad’s basic functionality hasn’t stopped it from being used for quick notes, editing configuration files, and everything in between. The most daring of you might have even used it to….

In June 2024, the Epic Games Launcher will end support for Windows 7, Windows 8 (or 8.1), and 32-bit Windows 10 installations. You may continue using the Epic Games Launcher….

If you access particular Windows apps regularly, it can take time to launch them by rummaging through the Start menu. Handily, Windows 11 lets you create custom keyboard shortcuts to….

Microsoft has been selling Windows 10 and Windows 11 PCs with ARM chips instead of x86 processors for years now, but there are still many popular applications not ported to….

Windows 11 22H2 introduced a new Task Manager, complete with a more modern interface, dark mode support, and more power settings. However, if you still don’t like the new design,….

Parental controls help you monitor or limit your child’s activity on their Windows PC. That way, you can stop them from gaming too much or visiting harmful websites. You can….

Keeping your installed apps up to date is important, and Windows 11 makes it super easy to update both Microsoft Store and non-Microsoft Store apps. We’ll show you how to….

If you’d like to be able to locate and lock your Windows 11 PC when it’s lost or stolen, turn on the Find My Device option on it. We’ll tell….

OfficeSuite Personal 8/ 10 An OfficeSuite plan makes an excellent alternative to other productivity suites. It’s cross-compatible with Microsoft Office and OpenOffice files and has many similar features in its….

KEY TAKEAWAYS Did you know using Ubuntu-exclusive apps doesn’t require overwriting your operating system? Unlock the true potential of your Windows desktop by using Ubuntu apps on Windows 11, enhancing….

While there’s a lot to love about the Windows 11 Start Menu, the way Microsoft shows a vertical list of “all apps” isn’t ideal. However, the company is finally testing….

Windows 11’s File Explorer tabs work much like your Internet browser’s tabs, allowing you to quickly jump between folders and save screen space. If you find yourself opening several File….

You probably haven’t thought about it a lot, but Windows 10 is almost about to reach end-of-life. The OS’ support period is set to end on October 4th, 2025, at….

Both Windows 11 and Windows 10 make it super easy to clear your Windows Update cache. You can use a graphical method or a command line option to delete the….

NVIDIA recently launched a new app called the NVIDIA app that, once it exits beta, should replace GeForce Experience and the NVIDIA Control Panel. I’ve been using the app for….

Is your Windows laptop or PC shutting down unexpectedly? Issues such as a faulty laptop battery, a loose power cable, overheating, misconfigured power settings, outdated drivers, or faulty PC components….

KEY TAKEAWAYS Are you seeing the Memory integrity is off message in Windows Security and are unable to enable it because its toggle is grayed out? Having this feature disabled….

KEY TAKEAWAYS Have you encountered the “No Audio Output Device Is Installed” error while unmuting audio via the system tray? If so, your audio output device could be unplugged or….

Microsoft has packed a lot of improvements into Windows 11, but there are also more advertisements and unwanted integrations than previous releases. Now, Microsoft is testing advertisements directly in the….

KEY TAKEAWAYS You’ve likely noticed by now that AI assistants, despite appearing nearly everywhere these days, don’t always have obvious usecases. To that end, I’ve been using Microsoft Copilot on….

Windows 11 is more of a stickler with hardware requirements than Windows 10, as it can’t be officially installed on older CPUs, computers using MBR drives, and other legacy setups…..

Google Maps is often a reliable travel companion, yet occasional glitches can leave us stranded. Issues like server outages, lack of internet connectivity, incorrect time and date settings, or restricted….

OneNote has received a steady stream of improvements over the past year, as Microsoft moves to unify the Windows apps and roll out more cross-platform features. A handy feature for….

Lots of businesses, schools, and individuals still use Windows 10, and while that won’t cause any problems at the moment, it may when Windows 10 support ends in 2025. Let’s….

You turn on your computer one day and Windows refuses to boot—what do you do? “Windows won’t boot” is a common symptom with a variety of causes, so you’ll need….